SWIFT/BIC code HLFXGB21I39
HLFXGB21I39 belongs to Halifax PLC in Fochabers, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HLFXGB21I39 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HLFXGB21 |
| Branch code | I39 |
| Bank | Halifax PLC |
| Branch | Fochabers |
| City | Fochabers |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the Halifax PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HLFX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- I39 Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind BIC HLFXGB21I39?
HLFXGB21I39 identifies Fochabers, part of Halifax PLC in Fochabers, United Kingdom. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use HLFXGB21 instead of HLFXGB21I39?
HLFXGB21 points to the head office of Halifax PLC, while HLFXGB21I39 points to Fochabers. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention HLFXGB21I39.
Has Halifax PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2433 SWIFT/BIC codes for Halifax PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of Halifax PLC.
How long does a transfer to Halifax PLC take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need HLFXGB21I39 for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HLFXGB21I39.
What does each part of HLFXGB21I39 mean?
HLFX is the institution code of Halifax PLC, GB stands for United Kingdom, 21 is the location code and I39 is the code of the branch Fochabers.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.